Questions from Brisbane

We would be very happy if the students of Taft High School in the Bronx would answer the following questions for us, to set us strait about our beliefs. We apologise if any of the following questions seem to reinforce stereotypes.

What are the Best things about living in the Bronx?

What are the worst things about the Bronx?

What are the nice places to visit in the Bronx?

What is your opinion on how the Bronx is portrayed in the media?

Have you ever been attacked or been a victim of crime?

Has your way of life been influenced by gangs.

What are the attractions in the Bronx?

What is school life in the Bronx like? Are there many schools located in the Bronx?

What type of crime plays a role in street life of the Bronx?

How is your area of the Bronx unique?

In your opinion what are the living conditions like in the Bronx?

What are the main types of crimes committed in the Bronx?

What are the down sides about living in the Bronx?

Why do you think that the media portrays the Bronx the way that they do?

Is the Bronx as bad as it is portrayed?

What is the best thing about the Bronx?

What sort of music do you listen to?

What are the most common cultural backgrounds of people in the Bronx.

How do gangs in your area affect the way you live?

Can you describe your feelings towards the stereotypes of the Bronx?

What benefits do you believe the Bronx offers you that no other place could?

Do you intend to stay in the Bronx when you leave school?

Are some of the stereotypes true?

Who are some famous people who come from the Bronx?

Did any famous people go to your school?

Are there places that you cannot go in the Bronx due to crime?

What are the best places to go in The Bronx?

Are there gangs in your school? Are they dangerous?